The Red Comet was an early fire extinguisher that, like today’s sprinkler systems, had a certain melting point and dropped what looked like an upside down, half full water balloon made of glass. Inside the bulb was a liquid that, upon impact with the floor, would extinguish the fire. The Red Comet wasn’t something that not every family had, or I believe, could afford when …
The pressurized canister type of fire extinguisher was used by spraying at the base of the fire, similar to the grenade type. Both contained carbon tetrachloride. Red Comet became known for such developments as the "smash or slug" method of …
Red Comet Fire Extinguishers – Collectors Weekly
It says Red Comet on the grenades. It’s a complete set of all six with the liquid in side all…..I know its hazardous. Paint is fading on 3 of them. The other three are in mint condition. You can still make out the " FOR FIRE" on the front of the box. …
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How did the Red Comet fire extinguisher work?
The pressurized canister type of fire extinguisher was used by spraying at the base of the fire, similar to the grenade type. Both contained carbon tetrachloride. Red Comet became known for such developments as the "smash or slug" method of crashing glass and scattering the fluid in midair.
Why is Littleton called Red Comet?
In forging a name for itself, Red Comet also made the name of Littleton famous. The Red Comet offices were moved to the Thomas block on Littleton’s Main Street in 1933, because of its central location and easy access to railroad facilities, mail facilities and close proximity to a major airport.
Where is the Red Comet replacement guarantee certificate?
You can still make out the " FOR FIRE" on the front of the box. This also comes with a certificate that says "Red Comet Replacement Guarantee Certificate". It also says "Littleton, Colorado".
How was the pressurized canister type of fire extinguisher used?
The pressurized canister type of fire extinguisher was used by spraying at the base of the fire, similar to the grenade type. Both contained carbon tetrachloride.
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Reference:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_extinguisher